Minneriya Safari: Elephant Spotting Adventure

Embark on a private jeep safari in Minneriya National Park and spot elephants, crocodiles, and birds of prey. Enjoy a comfortable vehicle, hotel pick-up and drop-off, and a knowledgeable English-speaking driver. Book now and get a 50% money back guarantee if you don’t see elephants!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Minneriya National Park - Enjoy thrilling look at the elephants during this Amazing private Jeep safari. Travel to a wilderness refuge known for hosting one of the largest gatherings of Asian elephants on earth, observing these giant creatures as they drink, feed, and congregate.
What's Included
  • Hotel Pickup
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Private tour with Comfortable Vehicle
  • English Speaking Driver/Guide
What's Not Included
  • Entrance Fees To Minneriya National Park (around $40 per person)
  • Entrance Fees To Hurulu Eco Park (around $10 per person)
Additional Information

Notice: Based on the current weather conditions, Kaudulla NP and Minneriya NP are the top choices right now. In the afternoon, you can witness a large number of elephants, while the morning offers a slightly smaller gathering. To avoid crowds and heat, opt for the morning safari. Choose the afternoon safari for a larger elephant sighting.
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Location
Sinhagiri Tours
Thalkotta Road
Please use the above address to find our head office easily via Google maps or please contact us.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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G5742qoluigip
Aug 20, 2025
Amazing Safari with dozens of elephants! - We had a great time during our safari. Achille was amazing - he brought us to the best areas so that we could get very close to the elephants and other animals, often a bit further from the other jeeps. And even in those areas where it was inevitable to be surrounded by cars he somehow managed to grant us the best spots! He told us a lot about the park and the animals. We saw dozens of elephants, some eagles, a jackal, peacocks and many birds, it was such a pleasant experience. Would recommend it to anybody!
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Johannabj1683aw
Aug 14, 2025
Elefanten Safari - We had a wonderful safari experience! Our driver picked us up directly from the hotel and brought us back safely afterwards, which was very convenient. He was friendly and always made sure we were comfortable, asking if we enjoyed everything and explaining interesting details along the way. During the safari we saw many elephants, including a baby elephant, which was a real highlight for us. The whole trip was well organized, enjoyable, and we truly appreciated the warm and attentive service.
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Rohithf2025
Aug 13, 2025
Great safari - The safari guide was professional. Picked us up on time, and the entry was smooth. Lucky to have seen over 60 elephants. He patiently waited for us to enjoy the time with the different animals. Overall, a pleasant experience.
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Theog468
Aug 13, 2025
Great Safari Experience - We had an excellent experience on the Minneriya Safari. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and shared great insights about the park’s wildlife throughout the trip. He went above and beyond to make our day special, even arranging breakfast and refreshments for us. A truly memorable adventure — highly recommended!
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Voyage39431718162
Aug 12, 2025
Nice tour! - The Tour was good organized. We had a private tour an loved it. Even just standing in the car whilst driving was a lot of fun!
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Petra
Aug 12, 2025
Great way to see elephants in the wild - We really enjoyed this trip. We saw 60-70 elephants as well as other animals and learned so much about them. The driving was very considerate to elephants and other visitors. Everything was arranged professionally and pick up was very convenient. Thank you very much! We would definitely recommend this tour.
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Carla_l
Aug 11, 2025
100% recommended - Kamal was very good guide, took us POR very good places and was very quick to go first. Great afternoon.
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Horsefightsd
Aug 10, 2025
Elephants in their natural habitat - Minneriya National Park is very beautiful. If you go in the afternoon you can find elephants eating and drinking in the central lake. You can see many types of birds. We were also able to spot varanas, an eagle and monkeys. The jeep not of the tour operator is not brand new, but the driver was very courteous and went into detail during the visit.
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Cecilia
Aug 9, 2025
Great experience with super guide - A super nice tour! Bashi was a wonderful guide, very respectful of nature and really showed us lots of animals. Also plenty of elephants:)
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Samvw2594mm
Aug 17, 2025
Great surroundings, outdated jeep and some improvements needed. - We had a beautiful safari surrounded by stunning nature and many incredible animals. The absolute highlight was seeing so many elephants up close, which made the experience truly unforgettable. The jeep, however, felt quite outdated compared to the more modern vehicles we saw around us. At times, the tarpaulin roof didn’t stay in place, which was a bit inconvenient. Our driver needed some time to warm up, but towards the end he turned out to be a nice guy. He shared a few interesting facts about the animal. The biggest downside was that he spent a lot of time on his phone while driving, making calls and texting. That took away from the overall experience and felt unsafe at times. Another point worth mentioning is that the prices are quoted in US dollars, but payment is required in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR), which can feel a bit misleading. Overall, it was a memorable safari thanks to the wildlife and scenery, but the vehicle, pricing clarity, and the driver’s behavior left room for improvement.
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From $20
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).